Vinssi
Vinssi is the Finnish term for a winch, a mechanical device used to wind or unwind rope, cable, or chain in order to lift, lower, or pull loads. Winches translate rotational motion into controlled linear force, typically via a rotating drum or spool. They are used in maritime, industrial, construction, forestry, and recreational contexts.
There are several common types of winches. Manual or hand winches operate with a crank handle and
Key components typically include the drum or capstan, a drive mechanism (manual crank, electric motor, or hydraulic
Vinssi devices are used on ships for anchoring and mooring, on vehicles for recovery and towing, in